How To Fix IW442 - Duration for operation & not entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IW - Order Processing

• Message number: 442

• Message text: Duration for operation & not entered

What causes this issue?

You want to maintain <GL:time_interval>time intervals</> for the
<GL:sub-operation>sub-operation</>. However, this may not make sense in
every case, as you have not entered a <GL:duration>duration</> for the
relevant operation &V1&.

System Response

INCLUDE 'VERARBEITUNG-ENTER' OBJECT DOKU ID TX LANGUAGE E

How to fix this error?

Decide whether you need to enter a time interval, even though the
duratino of operation &V1& was not entered.
If necessary, enter the operation duration and then maintain the time
intervals for the sub-operation.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IW442 - Duration for operation & not entered ?

  The SAP error message IW442 "Duration for operation & not entered" typically occurs in the context of maintenance orders or production orders when the system expects a duration to be specified for a particular operation, but it has not been provided. This can happen during the creation or modification of a maintenance order or when trying to confirm an operation.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Duration: The most common cause is that the operation in question does not have a duration specified. This can happen if the operation was created without entering the expected duration.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the work center or the routing that does not allow for the duration to be automatically calculated or entered.
  Data Entry Error: Users may have overlooked entering the duration when creating or modifying the operation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Duration: Go to the operation in the maintenance order or production order and enter the required duration. This can be done in the operation details screen.
  Check Work Center Settings: Ensure that the work center associated with the operation is correctly configured to allow for duration entries. Check if the standard values for the operation are set up correctly.
  Review Routing: If the operation is part of a routing, check the routing to ensure that it has the necessary duration defined for the operation.
  Confirm Operation: If you are trying to confirm an operation, ensure that all required fields, including duration, are filled out before attempting to confirm.
  User Training: If this error is frequent, consider providing additional training to users on how to properly enter and manage operation details in SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like IW31 (Create Order), IW32 (Change Order), or IW41 (Confirm Order) to manage orders and operations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on managing operations and durations in maintenance and production orders.
  
  By addressing the missing duration and ensuring proper configuration, you should be able to resolve the IW442 error message effectively.